Generalist Teachers Required

The K’ak’ot’lats’i School is looking for individuals with strong academic and interpersonal skills who are searching for rewarding teaching opportunities for the 2024/25 School Year.

Note: we are currently in the midst of discussions involving tenure for the 2024/25 year; with possible opportunities ranging from Kindergarten to Gr. 7. We would like to match with the right candidates ASAP so the interview process will be a quick turnaround. It is in the best interest of all interested parties to advance their application as soon as possible If this opportunity interests you; we encourage you to explore this option further by sending in your inquiries Our school team will do our best to reply in a timely manner

Location: K’ak’ot’lats’i School is located approximately 16 km (15 min drive) northwest of Port Hardy, BC on the Quatsino IR#18 near Coal Harbour, BC (Northern Vancouver Island and NOT downtown Vancouver).

Why K’ak’ot’lats’i School?

Smaller class sizes compared to public system (10-15 students)

In-class Educational Assistants (EA) support

Excellent professional development opportunities (local & lower mainland)

Access to second level services (SLP, OT, Behaviour Specialist etc.)

On-site Culture & Language Teachers (assist in local FN content)

Competitive wages & benefits

Access to classroom budgets (reimbursed with little out of pocket expenses)

Professional Learning Communities (PLC’s events)

Compensation

Relocation & recruitment allowance available

Salary as per SD#85 Collective Agreement. (See current SD#85 salary grid).

Benefits as per QBC Group Plan with option to enrol in medical, dental and group life insurance

Pension plan contributions matched by employer

Qualifications: B. Ed with BC Teaching Certification or equivalent (eligible for BC certification). Experience working with First Nations considered an asset but not mandatory. Teachers have access to full-time culture & language staff available to assist with all cultural aspects of teaching in our school.

Additional Qualifications and Experience

Experience and skills teaching in both primary and intermediate levels considered an asset

Strong literacy and numeracy background

Willingness to participate in and implement school-wide initiatives and goals

Experience with adapting and modifying curriculum to meet the specific needs of students

Committed to individualized and group instruction utilizing a variety of effective strategies and techniques

Experience and/or willingness to teach in a multi-age group setting

Strong classroom management skills

Willingness to work in a collaborative model with staff on the school improvement plan and professional development opportunities

Strong background in computer related skills and ability to integrate technology into the learning environment

Willingness to work within a team on common school-wide literacy/numeracy initiatives

Willing to travel for professional development opportunities

Applications and Supporting Documents: This is an exciting opportunity to teach in a well-equipped, and caring environment. If you possess the qualifications please send your resume with necessary documentation including details of experience , teaching credentials , and names of at least three (3) professional references to the undersigned.

Contact Information

Rob Cahill

Director of Education

600 Cayuse Road

Coal Harbour, BC

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kakotlatsi@rocketmail.com